Adding the return trip
Select Step 2 Travel details.
Dependent on the select combination, the return trip options may vary:
RETURN TRIP OPTIONS EXPLAINED
MAPPING THE RETURN TRIP
1. If the return trip is “return via reversal of route”
The return journey is identical to the original route.
Under Step 3 “Route” of the NHVR Portal application, the customers will only need to plot the:
exact start location
exact finish location
Ensuring the turn by turn description (the routing line) is correct between those two points.
2. If the return trip is different from the original
The return journey is different to the original route.
E.g. due to one way roads, major on/off ramps, etc.
Under Step 3 “Route” of the NHVR Portal application, the customers will only need to plot the:
- exact start location
- exact finish location
- exact start locationEnsuring the turn by turn description (the routing line) is correct between all the plotted points.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Will the application take longer to process if I select the “Yes-laden” return trip option?
The road manager may need complete an assessment for both directions of travel and therefore it may take longer to assess. However, the overall application process time frames should not be dramatically affected due to this possible assessment.
Why can’t I see a return trip option under “Step 2 Travel Details” of the application?
Dependent on the type of heavy vehicle that was selected in “Step 1 Vehicle” of the application, is dependent on the return trip visibility and options. If you have selected a Class 2 heavy vehicle (e.g. B-double, Road Train, Performance Based Standards) these option will not display as a return journey will automatically be requested unless otherwise noted by the customer.
What happens if I travel unladen on the return journey but on my permit it states “return laden via reversal of route”?
The NHVR issued permit is for maximum mass and dimensions and therefore running unladen (unloaded) for the laden (loaded) return journey is acceptable.
See – Route Planner (Step 3).